8 days in London & Paris Itinerary

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

London is known for museums, nightlife, and historic sites. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, admire the striking features of Westminster Abbey, contemplate the long history of Buckingham Palace, and take in panoramic vistas at Tower Bridge.

For traveler tips, photos, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the London road trip app.

Louisville, USA to London is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. You can also fly. You'll lose 5 hours traveling from Louisville to London due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Louisville in January, London is a bit warmer at night with lows of 36°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) early enough to catch the train to Paris.

A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.

Paris is known for museums, historic sites, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, appreciate the history behind Arc de Triomphe, pause for some serene contemplation at Sainte-Chapelle, and make a trip to Place de la Concorde.

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You can take a train from London to Paris in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 45°F in January, and nighttime lows around 35°F. On the 18th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can take a train to London.

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Sat): stroll around St. James's Park.

For photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our London driving holiday planner.

You can take a train from Paris to London in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Paris to London. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.